The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says Iran has reported that a projectile struck near the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant in the country’s southwest on Tuesday evening.
In a statement, the UN nuclear watchdog said no damage to the facility or injuries to staff were reported. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi reiterated his call for maximum restraint to avoid the risk of a nuclear incident amid the ongoing conflict.
Meanwhile, Iran has confirmed the death of Ali Larijani, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, who was killed in an attack earlier this week.
In an official statement, the Council said Larijani was “martyred” following a lifetime of public service, adding that he died alongside several others, including his son and members of his security detail.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz had earlier claimed that Larijani was “eliminated” on Monday night.
Iranian authorities also confirmed that Gholamreza Soleimani, head of the Basij paramilitary force, was killed in what was described as a “terrorist attack by the American-Zionist enemy.”
Funeral ceremonies for both Larijani and Soleimani are scheduled to be held on Wednesday, according to Iranian media.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed deep sorrow over Larijani’s death, describing him as a leader marked by insight, foresight, and dedication, and acknowledged that his loss would be difficult to replace.